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VICKI LAUER, O.D.

Optometrist in PARKERSBURG, West Virginia. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
248
Medicare Part D claims · 75 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
83%
generic claims · 17% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: VICKI LAUER, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in PARKERSBURG, West Virginia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 248 claims across 75 beneficiaries — 17% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: VICKI LAUER, O.D. filed 248 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across PARKERSBURG, West Virginia. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

VICKI LAUER, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/29/2005

NPI 1245213743

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

248 4% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in West Virginia

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among West Virginia providers

West Virginia providers

Optometrist share within West Virginia

1. Optometrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Optometrist share within West Virginia

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Optometrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Optometrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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VICKI LAUER, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in PARKERSBURG, West Virginia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1245213743. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

VICKI LAUER, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 2014 DUDLEY AVE, PARKERSBURG, WV, 26101, with a listed phone of (304) 422-1841. NPI 1245213743 was issued on 11/29/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what LAUER most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 248 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 75 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $43K in drug spend, split 17% brand-name and 83% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Optometrist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 60,463 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 257 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

2014 DUDLEY AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26101

Provider Details

NPI 1245213743
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 11/29/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where VICKI LAUER, O.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

MYEYEDR OPTOMETRY OF FLORIDA, LLC
OCALA, FL
MYEYEDR OPTOMETRY OF WEST VIRGINIA PLLC
PARKERSBURG, WV
RUSSELL STACKHOUSE MD PA
FERNANDINA, FL

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

VICKI LAUER, O.D. — brand share 17.0%
Specialty average (est.)

17% brand-name claims vs 83% generic, on 248 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

248
Total Claims
$43K
Total Drug Cost
75
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
562
Total Day Supply
16,422
Brand vs Generic
17% brand / 83% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$39K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.21
Gender Split
64% female / 36% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Latanoprost
162
Brimonidine Tartrate
21
Restasis
Cyclosporine
19
Timolol Maleate
14

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Optometrist Overview

How VICKI LAUER, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

60,463
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider

VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s 248 claims are below the specialty average of 257.

Nearby Optometrist Providers in West Virginia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in West Virginia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as LAUER.

Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s specialty?
VICKI LAUER, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in PARKERSBURG, West Virginia. Credentials: O.D..
How much does VICKI LAUER, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, VICKI LAUER, O.D. wrote 248 Medicare Part D claims totaling $43K in drug costs for 75 beneficiaries.
Where is VICKI LAUER, O.D. located?
VICKI LAUER, O.D. is located at 2014 DUDLEY AVE, PARKERSBURG, WV, 26101. Phone: (304) 422-1841.
What is VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s NPI number?
VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245213743, issued on 11/29/2005.
Does VICKI LAUER, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s prescribing is 17% brand-name and 83% generic drugs by claim count, with $39K in brand drug costs.
How many Optometrist providers are there in the US?
There are 60,463 Optometrist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Optometrist provider writes 257 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does VICKI LAUER, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate, Restasis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does VICKI LAUER, O.D. accept Medicare?
VICKI LAUER, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 248 Part D claims and 75 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s credentials?
VICKI LAUER, O.D.'s NPI is 1245213743 with credentials O.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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